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Chronic recurrent spontaneous bacterial peritonitis.

P Dave, J Romeu, A Selbst

    The American Journal of Gastroenterology
    |November 1, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary

    Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis has a high mortality rate, with most patients succumbing to infection or end-stage liver disease. This case study details a patient experiencing five episodes of spontaneous bacterial peritonitis over 2.5 years.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology and Hepatology
    • Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) is a serious infection in patients with cirrhosis and ascites.
    • High mortality rates are associated with SBP, often linked to the underlying end-stage liver disease.

    Observation:

    • This report details a unique case of a patient with alcoholic cirrhosis and portal hypertension.
    • The patient experienced five distinct episodes of spontaneous bacterial peritonitis over a 2.5-year period.

    Findings:

    • Recurrent spontaneous bacterial peritonitis presents a significant challenge in managing patients with advanced liver disease.
    • The high frequency of SBP episodes in this patient highlights potential complexities in treatment or patient management.

    Implications:

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    • Understanding risk factors and management strategies for recurrent SBP is crucial for improving patient outcomes.
    • This case may prompt further research into long-term prophylaxis and treatment protocols for patients with multiple SBP episodes.